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JBL Charge 6 review: a beefier Bluetooth speaker that's excellent value
What JBL doesn’t know about outstanding portable Bluetooth speakers doesn’t seem to be worth knowing. So with the latest JBL Charge does lightning strike [checks notes] a sixth time?
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MSI Stealth A16 AI+ review: thin, light, and hot
The MSI Stealth A16 AI+ is a sleek gaming laptop that punches above its weight when it comes to performance - but this comes at a price.
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Small but perfectly formed, the De'Longhi Dedica Duo is my new favorite entry-level espresso machine
A stylish little espresso machine with an affordable price tag that delivers consistently great results, whether you're brewing hot or cold.
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The Nutribullet Triple Prep System is a blender and food processor combo that handled almost every recipe I could throw at it
The Triple Prep System makes light work of even tricky blending jobs, only struggling a little when it comes to small quantities
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Xiaomi OpenWear Stereo Pro review: a few neat features don't save these open earbuds
The Xiaomi OpenWear Stereo Pro fix the ever-present noise leaking problem of open earbuds, but they only sound okay and the design has some issues.
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The Nutribullet SmartSense is an excellent, powerful blender, though its 'smart' mode feels unnecessary
The SmartSense is a smooth operator when used manually, and its automatic mode feels a bit unecessary.
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Klipsch Flexus Core 300 review: a seriously immersive soundbar system with Dirac Live room correction
The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar sounds great and comes with an almost unparalleled feature set, including Dirac Live room correction.
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Take charge of this incredible $50 deal as Amazon drops the price of this Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand
This Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand is now down to its lowest price ever at Amazon.
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Got a buggy iPhone 17 or iPhone Air? Apple’s new iOS 26 update could solve your woes
The first addition to iOS 26 is here, and it fixes some of the problems reported with the 2025 iPhones.
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Samsung Display strongly hints that we'll see a foldable iPhone next year – here’s what to expect
Samsung Display will soon start mass producing foldable screens for an unnamed client that's most likely Apple.
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Exclusive: ‘Those phones are being treated just like any other camera’ – Inside Apple’s first Friday Night Baseball broadcast shot on iPhone 17 Pro
From the foul pole to the Green Monster, TechRadar got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how Apple TV+ turned iPhone 17 Pro into a pro-level broadcast tool.
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WhatsApp just got a big messaging update – here are my 5 favorite upgrades coming to iOS and Android
WhatsApp has just received a host of upgrades for iOS and Android users that’ll make it a lot easier to share memories using the app.
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OnePlus confirms global launch for OnePlus 15 and unveils new ‘Sand Storm’ design
OnePlus has confirmed that the successor to the OnePlus 13 will launch globally with a new special edition ‘Sand Storm’ handset.
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Verizon's incredible iPhone 17 deal is ending soon: get up to four devices for free without trading in
Verizon's awesome multi-line iPhone 17 deal gets you up to four devices for free on a plan that costs as little as $30/mo per line.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1565, Wednesday, October 1
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Windows 10's extra year of free updates comes with a surprising hidden catch related to Microsoft accounts
There's been another twist in the saga of Windows 10's extra year of free updates, which could be bad news for some.
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Excited for Nvidia's RTX 5000 Super GPUs? Prepare yourself for disappointment as new rumor suggests they aren't close to launch
Rumor about imminent arrival of Nvidia's RTX 5000 Super GPUs is wrong, apparently - they won't be here anytime soon.
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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, October 1 (game #1346)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, October 1 (game #577)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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UpdatedThe best PC cases 2025
I'm presenting my picks for the best PC cases on the market right now, from mid-towers, to DIY options, and more.
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UpdatedThe best DDR5 RAM in 2025
I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.
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The Xiaomi Pad Mini is the best Android tablet you can't buy - here are my hands-on thoughts
Xiaomi takes aim at the iPad mini
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Powerbeats Fit are finally official, with a more comfortable fit and smaller case – but they're missing the two features we were hoping for most
The Powerbeats Fit replace the Beats Fit Pro with an improved design, but don't expect huge gains…
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Got a buggy iPhone 17 or iPhone Air? Apple’s new iOS 26 update could solve your woes
The first addition to iOS 26 is here, and it fixes some of the problems reported with the 2025 iPhones.
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Samsung Display strongly hints that we'll see a foldable iPhone next year – here’s what to expect
Samsung Display will soon start mass producing foldable screens for an unnamed client that's most likely Apple.
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Exclusive: ‘Those phones are being treated just like any other camera’ – Inside Apple’s first Friday Night Baseball broadcast shot on iPhone 17 Pro
From the foul pole to the Green Monster, TechRadar got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how Apple TV+ turned iPhone 17 Pro into a pro-level broadcast tool.
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83 new Netflix movies are arriving in October – here are 4 with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes you should stream first
From The Martian to The Hurt Locker, these are the new Netflix movies worth watching this month.
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UpdatedNew Prime Video movies: every new film being released in October 2025
There are lots of new Prime Video movies coming to the service in October – here's a full list of when they'll arrive.
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UpdatedNew Hulu movies: the biggest films to stream in October 2025
Here are all of the new Hulu movies to watch on the Disney-owned streaming service in October.
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UpdatedNew HBO Max movies: all of the new films to stream in October 2025
Find out what new HBO Max movies are coming to Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming titan in October.
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Hallmark’s most controversial TV show is coming to Netflix, and Virgin River fans need to stream it
Netflix subscribers can binge The Way Home from October 1st, but the show has already been controversial.
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Amazon unveils new cheaper Fire TV 4K stick with new-gen software, plus new very affordable Fire TV sets
A new flagship, plus new cheaper options – it's top-to-bottom changes
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Attention 4K Blu-ray fans! Amazon has an early Prime Day sale on right now, and I've picked 5 discs you should buy
Prime Day may be next week, but there are already savings on some excellent 4K Blu-rays.
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7 new 4K Blu-rays to add to your collection from September 2025
This month's Blu-ray Bounty brings 7 new titles that could make their way into your 4K Blu-ray collection.
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This gargantuan 85-inch Samsung 4K TV drops to $799.99 at Best Buy
If you want a big TV at a low price, you can now save $400 on this massive Samsung 85-inch 4K TV in Best Buy's weekend flash sale.
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Klipsch Flexus Core 300 review: a seriously immersive soundbar system with Dirac Live room correction
The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar sounds great and comes with an almost unparalleled feature set, including Dirac Live room correction.
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LG's new 'Easy TV' for seniors seems to admit what we all know: smart TVs have become too complicated
LG's Easy TV has been designed with a simpler interface and helpful features for older users
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I tried the first Google TV with Gemini, and it’s the most important Google TV upgrade yet
I tried out Google TV with Gemini, a feature currently available only on the TCL QM9K mini-LED TV, and it makes all manner of content search more useful and fun.
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I’ve given up on finding one pair of headphones to rule them all – that’s why I use these 5 pairs for different situations
I’m done looking for ‘the one’ – that’s why I rely on these 5 exceptional pairs of headphones for their specialist skills instead.
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The outstanding Shokz OpenRun Pro return to a record-low price at Amazon
The Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great alternative to earbuds for exercise and running – and they're now back to a record-low price on Amazon.
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UpdatedThe best noise-cancelling earbuds for all budgets, as chosen by TechRadar's experts based on real-world testing
The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones – here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing
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The best wireless earbuds for all budgets, all tested by our reviewers
Our reviewers spent over 600 hours testing these earbuds, so here’s my verdict on the best wireless earbuds for iPhone, Android or anything else.
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This super-cheap, super-tiny Hi-Res Audio 3.5mm adapter is perfect for iPhones, and comes from our favorite budget audiophile brand
FiiO's Snowsky Tiny is a little USB-C DAC delivering Hi-Res Audio, and has two options depending on your priorities
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Powerbeats Fit are finally official, with a more comfortable fit and smaller case – but they're missing the two features we were hoping for most
The Powerbeats Fit replace the Beats Fit Pro with an improved design, but don't expect huge gains…
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Is Spotify finally fixing one of its most annoying features? This is how it could be improving its shuffle function
Spotify could be making more changes to its shuffle button, allowing you to have a more 'random' playback experience.
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The all-new Apple Watch 11 has received its first discount – and it's not even Black Friday
Don't wait for Black Friday - the Apple Watch 11 was just released earlier this month, and Amazon already has a rare $10 discount, bringing the smartwatch down to $389.
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‘Won't be wearing a smart ring ever again’ says one Galaxy Ring wearer after rushing to hospital to get faulty wearable removed
The Samsung Galaxy Ring might have a battery problem, with one user being rushed to hospital to get one removed.
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Future Pixel Watch models might feature hypertension alerts just like Apple Watches, according to leaks
A new leak suggests Google is working on a hypertension feature for future Pixel Watch models.
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Tariffs made the Nikon Z5 II expensive, and now this deal makes it cheap(er) again
The first post-price-hike deal on this excellent camera
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‘Transcending the limits of traditional macro photography’ – Sony unveils its first ever pro-level G Master macro lens
Sony's first pro macro lens with a 1.4x maximum magnification can be used with teleconverters for up to 2.8x magnification, complete with optical image stabilization and versatile focusing skills.
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The Sony A7 V could launch soon – here are 5 upgrades that could make it the perfect all-rounder
Sony looks set to launch the A7 V in 2025 to succeed the A7 IV. With around four years between launches, here are the upgrades Sony needs to and will likely deliver.
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Is the DJI Mini 5 Pro really a legal nightmare? Here's what the world's big drone regulators told me
The DJI Mini 5 Pro has caused a lot of confusion and debate this week over its weight and what that means for how you can fly it – here are the answers from the world's biggest drone regulators.
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I heard the Amazon Echo Dot Max and instantly forgot the original Dot ever existed
I got some just enough listening time with the new Amazon Echo Dot Max to know this is a big audio upgrade
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Amazon’s big hardware event as it happened – four new Echo devices, Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, Alexa+, new Ring doorbells and more
Amazon's 2025 hardware event is happening today, and we're bringing you all the announcements as soon as they happen.
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Amazon’s new Echo Studio looks way better — and from my first listen, it still brings the oomph
After several years, Amazon announced an entirely redesigned Echo Studio smart speaker, and TechRadar got the chance to check one out – read on for our first impressions.
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Amazon just unveiled 4 new AI-powered, Echo speakers – here's the full lineup and how much they cost
Amazon wants to bring ambient AI into our daily lives, and these new Echo speakers will help.
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The best noise-cancelling earbuds for all budgets, as chosen by TechRadar's experts based on real-world testing
The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones – here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing
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The best wireless earbuds for all budgets, all tested by our reviewers
Our reviewers spent over 600 hours testing these earbuds, so here’s my verdict on the best wireless earbuds for iPhone, Android or anything else.
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UpdatedThe best cheap VPN service in 2025 – stay secure without sacrificing quality
There's no need to skimp out when it comes to a cheap VPN service, with prices starting from less than $2 per month.
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Updated
The best PC cases 2025
I'm presenting my picks for the best PC cases on the market right now, from mid-towers, to DIY options, and more.
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Updated
The best DDR5 RAM in 2025
I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.
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The best student Chromebooks 2025
Need a new laptop for college? Our guide of the best student Chromebooks highlights our favorite budget models and portable powerhouses for the year.
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UpdatedThe best 17-inch laptop 2025
Need some extra screen real estate for gaming or working with multiple apps or tabs? Check out our top picks for the best 17-inch laptops of 2025.
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Take charge of this incredible $50 deal as Amazon drops the price of this Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand
This Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand is now down to its lowest price ever at Amazon.
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The outstanding Shokz OpenRun Pro return to a record-low price at Amazon
The Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great alternative to earbuds for exercise and running – and they're now back to a record-low price on Amazon.
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Amazon's October Prime Day hasn't even begun, and you can already score 50% off these handy smart home gadgets
Amazon's early Prime Day deals feature 50% off savings on its best-selling devices, and I'm rounding up the best deals on Fire tablets, TVs, Ring Doorbells, and more.
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Attention 4K Blu-ray fans! Amazon has an early Prime Day sale on right now, and I've picked 5 discs you should buy
Prime Day may be next week, but there are already savings on some excellent 4K Blu-rays.
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Tariffs made the Nikon Z5 II expensive, and now this deal makes it cheap(er) again
The first post-price-hike deal on this excellent camera
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UpdatedHBO Max price: how much does it cost, is it cheaper than Netflix and Hulu, and more big questions answered
Thinking of signing up to HBO Max? Here's how much it'll cost you – and how its various price points compare to its streaming rivals.
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SPONSORED Save money with one of our ExpressVPN coupons and secure your digital details across all your devices for less.
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SPONSORED Use one of these Bluetti discount codes with your next order to lower the price of the brand's portable power systems and live off-grid for less.
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Sling TV Promo Codes for October 2025
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SPONSORED Add one of these OBDeleven promo codes to your order to lower the price of on the onboard diagnostic brand's devices, plans accessories & more.
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SPONSORED Use these LG promo codes to get big discounts on TVs, laptops, headphones, appliances and other top tech from the major manufacturer.
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Windows 10's extra year of free updates comes with a surprising hidden catch related to Microsoft accounts
There's been another twist in the saga of Windows 10's extra year of free updates, which could be bad news for some.
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Windows 11 could get a change to help banish Edge and Bing - but don't get your hopes up too high
Windows 11 could get a much-wanted change, with Microsoft possibly relenting on pushing Edge and Bing so hard.
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Windows 11 bug that stopped some Intel PCs from getting the 24H2 update is fixed – but it took a whole year
Can't get the Windows 11 24H2 update on your Intel PC? You should be able to now as audio bug is finally fixed.
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Sticking with Windows 10 next month? Here's what you need to know about your choices and risks you might be taking
We run through all your options as Windows 10's End of Life looms on the near horizon.
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Hades 2’s Grave Thirst mechanic is teaching me to be a less stubborn demon slayer
Hades 2's Grave Thirst mechanic has taught me to be less stubborn when choosing a main weapon. The Argent Skull has become a clear favorite, and even helped me beat Chronos for the first time.
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Silent Hill f has one of the best New Game Plus experiences this year, but that’s not the only reason I can’t stop thinking about this horror masterclass
Silent Hill f might just be my game of the year, but it’s not the scares that are the star of the show.
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Fear not, newcomers to Resident Evil Requiem, as the producer shines light on how much prior knowledge you'll need to enjoy the game
Resident Evil Requiem producer Masato Kumazawa says the game was designed for both newcomers and long-time fans in mind.
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A new Halo announcement seems imminent as Halo Studios teases 'deep dive' panel next month
The future of Halo could be revealed next month, as Halo Studios confirms a new "deep dive" panel that will hopefully announce what it's been working on.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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Mandatory age verification lands in Ohio – here’s all you need to know
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The best cheap VPN service in 2025 – stay secure without sacrificing quality
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How Norton VPN uses Double VPN and IP Rotation to protect your identity online
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FC26: Gamers misused VPNs and got seriously rich on FUT coins – you'd better hope you're not playing them soon
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It's official – NordVPN's Meshnet is "not going anywhere"
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2025
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The UK wants mandatory digital ID – but over one million Brits are demanding to scrap the plan over privacy concerns
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Microsoft blocks phishing scam which used AI-generated code to trick users
Microsoft says attackers used AI-generated code in a phishing campaign, disguising an SVG file as a PDF document to trick email recipients into opening it.
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Anker released the best-looking docking station I've ever seen - and it even comes with a control knob to satisfy my ADHD
Anker’s docking station integrates 14 ports, triple monitor support, and a small control knob display.
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I think I found the perfect fake laptop for my projects - I only need to find a mouse with a built-in PC
The Welder Keyboard combines a foldable mechanical design with a 12.8-inch touchscreen, RGB lighting, and broad compatibility for versatile use.
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This is the world's smallest eGPU dock with a built-in 650W PSU - but I'm not sure I'd be comfortable with my $1,999 Geforce RTX 5090 GPU exposed to the elements
NXPort seeks to transform laptops with a tiny 650W eGPU dock, yet exposed components and unverified claims raise skepticism.
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